Paris the capital of France is a beautiful city with tremendous attraction in its impression. The city is a cosmopolitan town where people of different caste, religion, country live together harmoniously. Travel through times Paris has witnessed tough times as well as relish times with equal measure but still the city of lights has never left its vitality and passion which is found in abundance. The ecstasy and zeal for life is all reflected in French people who live and prosper here. Paris and outside suburb has all flourished with time and if you want to explore the city of fantasy and romance then pick up a Paris map which is available around any stores and start navigating your directions. For accommodation point of view Paris hotels are affordable and comfortable for stay. The French hospitality is exquisite and sophisticated and world class. If you really want to enjoy the charm, fun and extravaganza of Paris then accommodate yourself in charming hotels Paris.
Sight seeing in Paris The easiest way out of seeing the sights of Paris monuments and museums is to buy a pre paid entry card. It will be a judicious way to sight see the country since it avoid long queues and you will get more time to admire the artifacts and sculptures. Also there are sight seeing of Arc de Triomphe and The Louvre which is a must see place at Paris .And if you want to experience the breath of fresh air in Paris then be a part of river cruise or open top bus tour. If you want to explore the city on your own then hire a cycle and go on find your own favorite place in Paris. For accommodation there are many kinds of hotels in Paris France that are cheap hotels Paris, discount hotels and luxurious hotels. Since Paris is the most sought after destination in the world it is always advisable to take a quick tour in your head with ‘the Pariscope’ the weekly magazine containing all the magnetic mesmerizing locations of Paris in a list.
The landmarks of Paris There are plenty of architecture marvel foremost is the Eiffel tower, Arc de Triomphe:The grave of unknown soldier in the arch, impressive Gothic cathedral who was the expression of French architect Viollet-le-Duc is also a architecture marvel. On the highest point of Paris Sacre Coeur church is present of the 18th century. The church in front gives the mesmerizing looks of the whole city. Sainte Chapelle is embedded with gothic style architecture studded with large stained glass windows which soar up to near the vaulted ceiling. It is always advisable to visit this chapel during sunny days. As the game of lights passed on the color painted glass will only be seen impressive if it is seen during day time.
Events of Paris There is a Techno parade during mid September DJs and usually young fans across the Europe come and participate for five or six days of dancing extravaganza. Consequently a parade is formed whose route traces from Pl.de Bastille to the Sorborne. Inline skating -During Friday night and Sunday afternoon skaters fly by the roads of Paris on a preplanned route .You need to be very good in skating in order to participate even if you don’t take part you can catch all the action sitting on a café near the preplanned route. Paris apartment hotels are also trendy and up market as you can prepare your own food just the way you like it.
Travel forums are gold mines of information if you care to review the postings of enchanted and disgruntled travelers coming back from abroad.
As Senior Editor of http://www.Paris-Eiffel-Tower-News, I often peruse these forums to find out about the concerns voiced by fellow travelers headed to the 'City of Lights'.
Among the postings which keep coming back, one stands out from the crowd: what does a 3-star rating really mean? Travelers tend to be confused by the many star-rating systems in use. I felt the subject called for an educated explanation.
The meaning of stars in the US
First of all, let's be clear: there is absolutely no relationship whatsoever between the numbers of stars commercial travel sites award to hotels, and the French hotel rating system.
The core business of commercial travel sites is to sell you hotel rooms, flight tickets, car rentals, and cruise packages. They purport to guide your choice by awarding stars to the products they peddle.
When you book a room on such sites, a significant portion of your money goes to the travel operator which presents the hotel - up to 50% on well-known websites.
For this reason alone, you could reasonably ask yourself: are these ratings unbiased, or tainted by corporate greed?
To make matters more complicated, each travel website uses its own rating method. Consumer Report published an enlightening article on the topic in its November 2005 issue.
In other words, the number of stars awarded by commercial travel sites is not a fully reliable yardstick for selecting a hotel.
The meaning of stars in France
The Paris hotel rating system works on a completely different set of rules.
1. It is a standardized system: all Paris hotels -as well as all French hotels for that matter- are categorized on the same unique basis.
2. The rating system was not born out of mercantile purposes: it was framed by the French lawmakers without any concern for profit.
3. Last but not least, the Paris hotel rating system does not measure quality. Instead, it uses 22 measurement criteria to assess the presence or absence of certain features in the hotel.
Among the main criteria used:
- Room sizes and numbers - Room soundproofing - Heating and air-conditioning - Design of bathroom facilities - Phone system - Electrical equipment - Elevators
Each requirement varies from one star category to another.
You can download the full list of criteria and a clear explanation of each at http://www.paris-eiffel-tower-news.com/hotel-rating.html.
Subjective quality vs. objective quantity
The French rating system does not take into account subjective quality criteria.
And because of this limited approach, it does not guarantee your expectations will be fulfilled.
First, there are keen differences in perception between populations. For example, American travelers are used to larger sizes of rooms and beds than the average room and bed sizes offered in Parisian hotels. This can be a source of disappointment.
Moreover, the French rating system does not measure service quality - cleanliness, absence of smells, staff attitude, speed of service, etc.
It may thus be chancy to base your hotel choice solely on the French rating system.
The safer bet
To afford the best chances to pick the right Paris hotel I recommend the following 4 steps:
- Have a basic understanding of the French rating criteria (see above link to download them) - Check guests? reviews on www.travelocity.com - Visit the hotel's own website - Do not hesitate to e-mail your questions to the hotel.
Many travelers use Travelocity.com to write reviews on the hotels they stayed at. No hotel satisfies 100% of its guests throughout the year, so both extreme judgments and moderate opinions can be found on this open forum. My advice: favor moderate reviews with some flesh on the bones. They will usually give you a useful picture of what to expect from the hotel - good and less good.
Visiting the Paris hotel's website will usually allow you to see multiple views of its rooms and bathrooms. I insist on visiting the hotel's own website since it usually is the place which offers the greatest number of photos.
Lastly, e-mailing your questions to the hotel owners may or may not get you an answer, usually depending on the proficiency of the receptionist in your language. Receiving informative answers to your questions is a good sign that the hotel cares for his prospective guests.
Following these 4 steps should help you minimize the risk of being disappointed during your stay in Paris. This is no guarantee though. Remember that cultures differ from each other, and your expectations of service might not be fully understood. In such case, communicate with the owner. They are usually keen on serving you to the best of their means.
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